2008 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Holden Barina
To start off, 2012 Holden Barina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Barina. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Toledo | 2012 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | Toledo | Barina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
